Human remains found in the search for missing Co Kerry farmer Michael Gaine have been confirmed as his.
Partial remains were found last Friday at farmland owned by Mr Gaine.
The 56-year-old sheep farmer with land near Kenmare in Co Kerry was reported missing more than two months ago.
A crime scene was declared at Mr Gaine’s farm in Carrig East after the remains were discovered.
A major search operation on the land was instigated.
On Sunday evening, the Garda confirmed that the remains were those of the farmer.